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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: Nov 6, 2018

Affton (MO) Crew Picks Up New Fire Apparatus in Wisconsin

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Posted: Nov 6, 2018

RAMFAN Announces Arrival of EL6015 Wheel-Kit

RAMFAN’s EL6015 Wheel-Kit is finally here. Instead of putting strain on your back by carrying the fans up flights of stairs, this wheel-kit will allow firefighters to pull the fan step-by-step in a fast, efficient order. The tough rub rails will protect against stairs and curbs, which makes the pull of the fan a smoother journey. Like the EX50Li, it is designed to help prevent the risk of back injury, which helps protect the overall health of the firefighter.

The EL6015 wheel-kit is lightweight and easy to install. It’s removable, which increases its transportation flexibility. The EL6015 weighs 5lbs. At a collapsed height, it’s 24.48 inches. And, at an extended height it is 44.03 inches. Its small footprint is made to easily fit into fire apparatus compartments.

Learn more about the wheel upgrade kit HERE

The EX50Li frame was redesigned to be compatible with the EL6015 wheel-kit. Only EX50Li fans built after June 2018 are compatible, please reach out to theteam@euramcosafety.com for more information and upgrade options.

And, for further information, please contact your local Euramco Group Representative at theteam@euramco.com, or go to RAMFAN.com.

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Posted: Nov 6, 2018

Emergency Reporting to Provide Microsoft Azure Gov-Hosted Fire and EMS Records Management and Prevention Software to All United States Army Bases

Emergency Reporting

Emergency Reporting (ER), the leading cloud-based reporting and records management software (RMS) for Fire and EMS agencies, recently announced that in collaboration with E-9 Corporation (E-9), the company has been awarded an enterprise contract with the United States Army.

Under the contract, ER will expand its current support of the U.S. Army fire departments to include all Army fire departments, both CONUS and OCONUS, identified within the award. ER will provide its comprehensive records management solution and E-9 will provide DoD cyber-security Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment as well as program and contract oversight. ER’s DoD F&ES solution is currently deployed within the DoD certified Microsoft Azure Government environment. This will provide ultra-secure NFIRS-compliant incident reporting and data management to all designated Army locations.

ER will utilize Microsoft’s Azure Government as the cloud platform for our federal SaaS for the security received and the inherited ‘highest levels of compliance’ critical when handling data for a customer such as Army.

In addition to data management, ER will provide tools that enable firefighters and EMS personnel to create emergency preplans relating to fires and emergency medical incidents. The comprehensive ER Federal Package includes all functional requirements needed to effectively schedule personnel, manage assets and inventory, comply with national safety standards (NFPA, NFIRS, NEMSIS, and HIPAA), and export valuable reports that ultimately enhance the safety of communities and those who serve them.

The U.S. Army award also includes ER Vision Risk Assessment software, which allows departments to analyze and categorize risks present in their geographical area, compare data to other departments nationwide, and generate an Occupancy Vulnerability Assessment Profile (OVAP) score for all buildings on or around base.

“We are deeply honored to expand upon our many years of successful support for the U.S. Army by having been selected as the enterprise RMS provider,” says Dave Adams, Co-founder and Sr. Director of Business Development at Emergency Reporting. “As a trusted Fire/EMS RMS provider for several U.S. Department of Defense installations and many other Federal agencies, we understand the importance of their Force Protection and Emergency Management missions. ER has invested heavily in a world- class team of system administrators and information security professionals who are charged with managing our systems to obtain and maintain Federal and DoD cybersecurity compliance.”

“I, as well as many of our staff who have served our country, are extremely proud to be a big part of this U.S. Army-wide effort. All of us at E-9 Corporation are honored to have been selected by the U.S. Army to provide these mission-critical life safety F&ES applications in partnership with Emergency Reporting,” says John Plott, Founder and CEO of E-9 Corporation.

Like all of its other civilian fire departments, the ER Federal solution also complies with nationally recognized data collection standards, such as NFIRS, NEMSIS, HIPAA, and the NFPA. These organizations each have different goals, but all contribute to collecting information that helps agency leaders make data-driven decisions to improve the safety and health of communities.

For more information about Emergency Reporting’s software for Federal agencies, visit https://explore.emergencyreporting.com/product/dod/.

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Posted: Nov 6, 2018

JVCKENWOOD Introduces New Kenwood POC LTE Devices

JVCKENWOOD

JVCKENWOOD Corporation is announcing the introduction of newly designed KENWOOD branded Android based LTE handset devices. The KWSA80K and KWSA50K push-to-talk smartphone devices are ultra-rugged, extremely durable, submersion-resistant handsets with hardware and functional advancements designed for the hazardous and extreme conditions faced by enterprise and mission critical users. Both models are 4G LTE/Wi-Fi/FirstNet Band 14 capable and feature renowned KENWOOD audio for clear voice communications in noisy work environments and three-year warranties.

The Android powered KWSA80K smartphone is designed specifically for mission critical and heavy-duty industrial use with a 5” sunlight readable, puncture-resistant touchscreen which can be used even with dirty or wet work gloves. It has an extra loud speaker, built-in noise cancellation, long life battery and is compatible with a broad spectrum of accessories and apps.  Durability is assured with protection from oil, chemical and micro particle intrusion and resistance to drop/impact, shock/vibration, extreme temperatures, pressure and punctures.

The Android-based KWSA50K is engineered for the every-day demands of construction, transportation and manufacturing workers, with an industrial grade, impact-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass display and an extra-large PTT button, making it easy to use wearing work gloves. It features two front-facing speakers and a long-lasting dual shift battery and is dust, oil, chemical and microparticle resistant, capable of withstanding punctures, shock/vibration and drops onto concrete.

JVCKENWOOD Corp. manufactures analog and digital two-way radios, including P25 compliant and NEXEDGE radios that use the NXDN protocol.  Kenwood provides complete turnkey system solutions for the utility, public safety, government, education, healthcare, and business and industrial markets. For detailed information, visit us at kenwood.com/usa or call JVCKENWOOD USA at 1-800-950-5005. 

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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